Bloomfield Homes Burglarized, Cars Stolen: Police

Several vehicle-related crimes were reported in Bloomfield, including two home burglaries that involved stolen cars, police said.

2 Burglaries Reported In Bloomfield, Police Say

Two burglaries were recently reported in Bloomfield, authorities said – here’s where.

Active Shooter Drill Is ‘Success’ At Bloomfield College Of MSU

Bloomfield police conducted a training exercise at Bloomfield College of Montclair State University on Wednesday.

Man Threatens Bloomfield Supermarket Manager With Knife: Police

A shoplifting incident in Bloomfield turned into a robbery when a man threatened the store manager with a box cutter, police said.

Bloomfield Man Accused Of Car Burglary In Glen Ridge

A Bloomfield resident was accused of burglarizing a car in Glen Ridge after he led police on a foot chase early Wednesday morning.

Group Of Juveniles Tries To Steal Porsche In Bloomfield: Police

“While enforcing parking violations in the area of Lackawanna Plaza, officers saw four juvenile males running and heard screams for help.”

Bloomfield Home Burglarized, Thief Steals Expensive Items: Police

A Bloomfield home was burglarized, with the thief stealing about $10,000 worth of belongings from the garage, police said.

Burglar Steals Cash, Passports From Bloomfield Home: Police

A home burglar made off with several thousand dollars in cash and other items, Bloomfield police said.

Fire At Bloomfield Building; 1 Firefighter Taken To Hospital (UPDATED)

A Bloomfield firefighter was taken to the hospital for heat exhaustion. No other injuries were reported, authorities said.

Bronze Marker Stolen From Veteran’s Grave In Bloomfield: Police

Someone stole a marker from a military veteran’s grave in Bloomfield, authorities said. It was valued at $2,000.

Thief Steals Scooter From Juvenile In Bloomfield: Police

Someone stole a scooter from a juvenile in Bloomfield while the youth was busy filling the tires with air, police say.

Hellcats And Jeeps: Bloomfield Cops Release Info On Theft Arrests

The Bloomfield Police Department recently released details about an investigation into stolen cars in the township.

Attempted Break-In Reported At Bloomfield Pharmacy: Police

Someone tried to break into a local pharmacy in Bloomfield, but wasn’t able to get into the building, authorities reported.

$10K In Cash Stolen During Bloomfield Home Burglary: Police

About $1,500 worth of watches were also stolen, Bloomfield police said.

Body Found Near Cliff In NJ May Be Missing Bloomfield Man, Police Say

The man’s brother reported him missing in Clifton. The body was found at the base of a cliff overlooking the Hudson River, police said.

Burglars Steal Copper Lines From Bloomfield Home Air Conditioner: PD

A pair of burglars stole the copper lines from an air conditioning condenser at a Bloomfield home, authorities say.

Expensive Tools Stolen From Work Vans In Bloomfield: Police

Bloomfield Police: One victim said that floor sanders and buffing machines worth $16,000 were missing from his van.

Thieves Use Jack To Steal Expensive Car Part In Bloomfield: Police

A man lifted the victim’s vehicle with a jack, while another man cut off the catalytic converter, Bloomfield police said.

Scammer Faked Calls From Essex County Sheriff’s Office: Authorities

Some Essex County residents got calls from a scammer, who told them there was a warrant out for their arrest and they needed to pay a fine.

Victim Swindled Out Of Expensive Jewelry In Bloomfield: Police

A pair of suspects swindled a victim out of a valuable piece of jewelry by using some misleading chemistry, Bloomfield police said.

Bloomfield Police Only Saw 1 ‘Major Discipline’ Case In 2022: Report

A Bloomfield police officer was suspended for 12 days last year. Here’s why, a new report says.

Bloomfield Cop’s Nose Fractured In Struggle Outside Local Home: Police

Two Bloomfield police officers were injured while struggling with a man who refused to leave his mother's house, authorities said.

Car Stolen From Bloomfield, Crashed In Essex Fells: Police

Three juveniles crashed a stolen car in Essex County, authorities said. They are accused of trying to burglarize vehicles.

ATM Found With Heavy Damage, Missing Cash In Bloomfield: Police

An ATM was discovered with heavy damage and missing cash in Bloomfield, authorities say.

Man Swindled Out Of $3K Gold Necklace In Bloomfield: Police

A woman tried to give the victim a fake necklace and watch, but then a mix-up happened, Bloomfield police said.

Bloomfield Teen Missing, Police Seek Public’s Help

The missing teen has been found in Branch Brook Park in Newark before, Bloomfield police said.

Car Stolen, Attempted Theft Reported In Bloomfield: Police

A car was stolen and an attempted vehicle theft was reported last week in Bloomfield, authorities said.

Burglaries In Bloomfield: Store Door Smashed, Stolen Leaf Blower

Bloomfield residents reported two burglaries last week, authorities said. Here are the details.

2 Robberies Reported In Bloomfield On Same Day: Police

PD: One victim sustained several cuts fighting off the robber, who wasn’t able to steal anything. The other victim gave the man her purse.

Essex County 911: Man Flees Cops + Blaze At Diner + Fiery Manholes

Why were those sirens wailing? Patch recaps some of Essex County’s recent public safety, police, fire and EMS stories.

Fight Over Parking Space Leads To Stabbing In Bloomfield: Police

A fight broke out over a parking spot, and one person pulled out a knife, Bloomfield police said.

Thefts In Bloomfield Involve Repossessed Car, DoorDash, Sneakers: PD

Recent thefts involved a repossessed car, an accused DoorDash driver and $8,000 worth of shoes, Bloomfield police said.

Bloomfield Synagogue ‘Firebomb’ Suspect Is In Custody, Authorities Say

The person who threw a Molotov cocktail at Temple Ner Tamid is in the custody of the FBI and Bloomfield police, the town’s mayor said.

Video Shows Man Hurl Fiery Molotov Cocktail At Bloomfield Synagogue

Bloomfield Rabbi: “No act of hate can stop the power of religious freedom.”

Molotov Cocktail Thrown At Bloomfield Synagogue, Officials Say

A person in a ski mask threw the weapon at the Bloomfield synagogue's front door early Sunday, according to temple and police authorities.

$6K Missing After Bloomfield Apartment Burglary: Police

A Bloomfield resident came home to find a front door unlocked and a bedroom door pried off the hinges, police said.

Essex County 911: Teen Dies In Crash + Stolen School Bus + Shooting

Why were those sirens wailing? Patch recaps some of Essex County’s recent public safety, police, fire and EMS stories.

Bloomfield Ex-Con Sentenced To 6 Years For Weapons Offenses: Feds

A Bloomfield man and former convict was sentenced for possessing multiple drugs with intent to distribute and several illegal firearms.

Man Flashes Gun At Car In Bloomfield IHOP Parking Lot: Police

Bloomfield police are investigating an “aggravated assault” that involved a gun being pointed at a car in a parking lot.

Car With Dog Inside Stolen From Bloomfield Supermarket: Police

A very good white Maltese named Baby had a very bad adventure this week, Bloomfield officials say.